Hiking Trail Conditions Report |
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Mt. Jefferson, Mt. Adams, Mt. Madison, NH |
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| Trails: |
Jewell Trail, Gulfside, Jefferson Loop, Lowes Path, Airline, Osgood Trail, Valley Way |
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| Date of Hike: |
Thursday, April 17, 2014 |
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| Surface Conditions: |
Ice - Blue, Ice - Breakable Crust, Snow/Ice - Frozen Granular, Snow/Ice - Monorail (Stable), Snow - Spring Snow |
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| Recommended Equipment: |
Light Traction |
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| Water Crossing Notes: |
All easy |
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| Comments: |
The cold temps (15 degrees) kept the trail firm. 4 - 6 inches of fresh powder covering a crusty, firm base. Wore spikes to Lowes Path & bare booted Adams & Madison. Slow going trying to avoid ice & staying on the rocks. Much patience required. Spikes needed to descend Valley Way with its narrow but firm monorail.
Great seeing John Gutowski & Guy Jubinbille at hut.
Great being out with Bill Cronin & my main squeeze on this perfect blue bird day.
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| Name: |
Schorman & Lady Di |
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| Date Submitted: |
2014-04-17 |
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| Link: |
https:// |
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Disclaimer: Reports are not verified - conditions may vary. Use at own risk. Always be prepared when hiking. Observe all signs. Trail conditions reports are not substitutes for weather reports or common sense. |
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